D.A.D. Diploma in Accessories Designing

Start making a name for yourself.

Designing belts, handbags, shoes and jewelry requires the skills of a specialized fashion designer called an accessory designer. Accessory designers need at the minimum an associate's degree, but can pursue a bachelor's or master's degree.

These programs emphasize drawing and pattern-making techniques for creating belts, bags or other accessories. Students learn the latest technology in the field, incorporating print and electronic resources, as well as the materials used and the latest fashion trends. Credits may be transferred towards a bachelor's degree program. Courses may include:

Topic Areas Covered

Merchandising and design

Merchandising visualization

Design of digital catalogs

Materials

Package production

Sketching

Construction fundamentals

Basics of apparel design

Development and concept

Fundamentals of textiles

Career Opportunities:

On successful completion of the Diploma in Accessories Designing you could have the opportunity to work in positions in the fashion industry such as:

Jewelry designer

Handbag designer

Shoe designer

Design assistant

Freelance designer

Entrepreneur

Computer-aided design operators

Merchandiser

Fashion Illustrator

Production Assistant

Sales Manager

Quality Controller

Course Duration:

The Diploma runs over 96 weeks plus holiday breaks, which vary for each intake. During the first year of study you will attend 4 days per week from 9.00am - 3.30pm (with a half hour lunch break). In the second year of study you will attend 3 days per week from 9.00am - 4.30pm.